Our Services

Infant Dental Care

The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends children have their first dental appointment by the eruption of their first tooth no later than age one. Please schedule your child for their first dental visit around their first birthday, or sooner if you have concerns or see problems with your child’s teeth. We will discuss the order in which your child’s teeth will erupt, assessing hard and soft tissue components of your child’s smile and advise you of any concerns.

Dental Rehabilitation Surgery

Child dental surgery under IV sedation — when it's needed and how we protect your child's developing psyche

  • IV (intravenous) sedation is a safe and effective way to help children undergo dental procedures when other methods aren’t enough. It may be considered when:

    • a child is extremely anxious, fearful, or uncooperative despite behavior guidance and gentle techniques

    • extensive or invasive treatment is required (multiple fillings, extractions, or other surgical procedures)

    • the child has a strong gag reflex, special healthcare needs, or limited ability to tolerate treatment

    • prior attempts at treatment were traumatic or unsuccessful

  • At Kid-1 Pediatric Dentistry, IV sedation is reserved for situations where less-invasive approaches (tell-show-do, positive reinforcement, nitrous oxide, distraction, or oral sedation) have been tried and are not appropriate or effective.

  • The goal is always to use the least restrictive, least invasive method that will keep your child safe and comfortable.

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Special Needs Care

Our staff have experience and extra training to work with children that have complex medical issues. We also extend extra compassion and understanding to children that may have dental fears or medical conditions that make dental appointments more difficult. Our office is wheel chair friendly for those patients and/or parent/guardians that need accessibility.

Emergency Appointments

We understand that dental emergencies can happen unexpectedly, causing pain and distress. That's why we offer prompt emergency appointments to provide relief when you need it most. Whether it's a severe toothache, a knocked-out tooth, or any other urgent dental issue, our experienced team is here to help. Our skilled pediatric dentists are trained to handle a wide range of dental emergencies with care and expertise. We prioritize your child's comfort and well-being, providing gentle and effective treatment to alleviate pain and address the underlying issue. Telehealth appointments may be available depending on the situation.

Oral Conscious Sedation

 Oral conscious sedation is a pharmacologic option we offer at Kid-1 Pediatric Dentistry for children who need a little help relaxing during dental treatment while remaining awake and able to respond. It can make dental visits less stressful and allow us to complete necessary procedures safely and comfortably.
Oral conscious sedation consists of a medication (usually given by mouth) that reduces anxiety and produces drowsiness without putting a child fully to sleep.
  • The child remains responsive to verbal commands, can maintain their own airway, and breathes on their own.
  • Common medicine classes used include benzodiazepines (for example, midazolam is commonly used in pediatric dentistry) and sometimes other agents chosen by the dentist or pediatric anesthesiologist.
When we consider oral sedation
  • For children who are very anxious or frightened and can’t cooperate with needed treatment.
  • For children with special healthcare needs whose behavior or motor control makes in-office treatment difficult.
  • For longer or more complex procedures when local anesthesia alone is not enough.
  • After evaluating medical history, current medications, and developmental level to determine if oral sedation is appropriate and safe.

Recare/ Chec-up

Routine cleanings (prophylaxis) are typically performed every 6 months (2 times a year) or more frequently depending on your child’s oral health needs. X-rays are taken if indicated. Your child’s dental health will be assessed to see what type of cleaning they require. Some children only need a rubber cup polish to remove plaque and stain. If build up is present, scaling with instruments to remove calcified deposits (calculus or tartar) from above and underneath the gums may be needed.

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